January 28, 2015

Ashutosh Gowarikar's Magnum Opus Mohenjo Daro shooting begins at Bhuj, Gujarat on 27th January, 2015 (Yesterday). Film stars Hrithik Roshan, Pooja Hegde and Kabir Bedi in lead roles. Film is a historical love story set at the times of Indus Valley Civilisation.

Ashutosh Gowarikar is known for making historical films in grand scale. His last outing with Hrithik was Jodha Akbar. Pooja Hegde is making her Bollywood debut with the film. She has earlier done few films down south, but Mohenjo Daro makes her smashing debut in Bollywood. Kabir Bedi is set to play the main Villain in the film.

Mohenjo Daro budget is huge and is said to be one of the costliest film to be ever made in Bollywood. There is also news that major portion of film will be shot in South Africa. Film is co-produced by Ashutosh Gowarikar Production and Disney India. Film is set for Independence Day Weekend Release in 2016.